The Spiritual Significance of the Sailboat

“It’s smooth sailing all the way with God of the Angel Armies.” – Psalm 84:12 (MSG)

Rick Warren, author of the best-selling book – The Purpose Driven Life – claims that in order for any individual or organization to achieve success they need a picture, or symbol, that captures the essence of their mission. If I were asked to choose one symbol that communicated the mission of my life – and of every Christian’s life, really – I would choose the sailboat. Hands down, no questions asked.

I’ve always loved sailboats, and they decorate my desks and walls at home. They have always made me think of daring journeys and new destinations. But here are three truths the sailboat gives us that have the power to fill our lives with spiritual significance:

1). Sailboats are fragile.

We’re not exactly talking about the Titanic, here! Sailboats are easily tossed…